Eric Sachs 
How many sponsored ads did you see the last time you scrolled your Facebook or Instagram feed? Quite a few, I’m sure. Now, more than ever, I’m seeing brands partner with celebrity “influencers” as they work to create a new sense of brand awareness. But here’s the thing: influencers come in all shapes and sizes. … Read more
I’m not really sure why Twitter lists seem to fall into the “secret squirrel” category. A lot of casual Twitter users don’t even realize they can create lists. And business owners? You’re definitely missing out if you’re not using them. Why? They are an incredible curation tool. You can use them to follow specific audience … Read more
There are several Valentine’s Day campaign ideas that might work for your business. Effective Valentine’s Day campaigns involve creating themed promotions, romantic gift guides, or special discounts. Leveraging social media for love-themed contests and user-generated content can boost engagement. Email marketing with personalized offers and targeted ads to those searching for gifts enhances reach. Collaborations … Read more
Video is the lifeblood of the Internet. It fuels our entertainment, lets us advertise products, and even has the potential to teach, inspire, and change the world. Now, even Instagram is getting into the game and letting people record longer clips. Instagram actually has one of the most robust video platforms on the market (aside … Read more
Several digital marketing challenges for healthcare facilities need addressing. Healthcare facilities face unique digital marketing challenges, including compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations, communicating complex medical information clearly, and maintaining a balance between professionalism and approachability. Building trust through patient testimonials and educational content, while ensuring data security and privacy, is crucial. Adapting to … Read more
Which Content Types are Best for Local SEO? For local SEO, content types like local news, community events, and location-specific guides are effective. Including customer testimonials and case studies specific to the area enhances relevance. Optimizing for local keywords and integrating location-based services like Google Maps also boosts local SEO. Regularly updated, regionally relevant blog … Read more
Does voice search feel a little bit strange to you? Unless you’re already deeply involved with big data and search, that’s to be expected. We’re living in an era where people tend to forego answering the phone and favor text messages instead. The idea of using voice feels like taking a step backward. But there’s … Read more
Balancing social media management with personal life involves setting clear boundaries, scheduling content in advance, and using management tools for efficiency. Prioritizing mental health by taking regular breaks and not over-engaging with negative content is important. It’s also beneficial to diversify tasks and delegate responsibilities to maintain a healthy work-life balance in the demanding world … Read more
Common digital marketing myths to discard include the notions that email is outdated, social media suits only certain businesses, content must go viral to be effective, and SEO is a one-time task. Other misconceptions include the irrelevance of websites in the social media era, the necessity of a large budget for effective marketing, and the … Read more
The world of search engine optimization (SEO) is evolving at a fast and constant pace. You’d be surprised at the number of techniques “experts” used just a couple of years ago that are completely ineffective now! Advances in artificial intelligence (and Google’s algorithms) make it easier than ever for bots to identify genuinely valuable information … Read more
Staying in control while balancing both digital marketing & time management is a challenge. Effective time management in digital marketing involves prioritizing tasks based on goals, using automation tools for repetitive tasks, and scheduling content in advance. Regularly assessing and adjusting strategies based on analytics saves time. Setting realistic deadlines and breaking projects into smaller … Read more
In the world of running an online business, you don’t get much more relevant than Google. In fact, most businesses would find themselves completely lost if the company up and disappeared tomorrow. This includes SEO analysts, social media experts, and even web designers. The simple fact is that nearly all of us rely on Google … Read more
The New Year is right around the corner. With it will come brand new advice from every social guru you follow. While you want to keep up with upcoming trends, you don’t have to throw your entire social strategy up to this point out the window. Make sure you go into 2019 with the following … Read more
Unless you’re driving paid ad clicks to a specific landing page, your website’s homepage is the first section of the site your visitors will see. It doesn’t matter if your site has dozens of other pages full of great content. How your customer feels when they walk through your virtual front door will create a … Read more
What is omnichannel vs. multichannel marketing? Omnichannel marketing offers a seamless customer experience across all channels, integrating interactions from online to offline. Multichannel marketing, in contrast, uses multiple channels for outreach but operates them independently, without integration. Omnichannel focuses on a cohesive, consistent user experience, whereas multichannel prioritizes presence across various platforms without necessarily linking … Read more
Influencers spend a lot of time building an authentic voice that followers can connect with and relate to. The public views them as trustworthy sources of information. These influencers have built reputations for honesty and accuracy in reviewing products and services. It’s very “you scratch my back and I’ll scratch yours” – so to speak. … Read more
Designing a new website? Maybe you’re a brand-new startup creating a platform for your business for the very first time. No matter what you do, you need to make sure your design is responsive and adaptable to the many mobile devices modern visitors use when they land on your website. It’s just a part of … Read more
To optimize PPC campaigns for the holidays, use holiday-specific keywords and create festive ad copy. Tailoring landing pages to holiday themes can improve conversion rates. Adjusting bids for high-competition periods and targeting holiday-specific shopping behaviors are crucial. Utilizing remarketing strategies and promoting holiday deals or exclusive offers can also maximize campaign effectiveness. The holiday season … Read more
It doesn’t matter if you work in a small doctor’s office or lab or for a large hospital chain; all healthcare professionals need to have an online presence. Healthcare and medical providers face a growing set of unique challenges in the SEO world because of the intense need for privacy and sensitivity they face. HIPAA … Read more
I’ve written a post on how to optimize your Facebook Ads strategy, but I’ve never taken the time to break the process of creating a campaign down step-by-step. For us here at Sachs Marketing Group, we’ve implemented countless social media ad campaigns, so we’re familiar with the process. But if you’re not – this guide’s … Read more
Last July I wrote a post dedicated to the various types of interactive content. Interactive infographics got a brief mention in that post. I decided to come back and add a bit more detail about how you can be successful in creating your own interactive infographics. It’s a type of content that’s not as widely … Read more
Customer reviews matter. Okay, that’s kind of the understatement of the century, but we think it bears repeating because reviews can be such powerful social proof. Sure, bad reviews are an important form of feedback…they (hopefully) teach us where we’re going wrong so we can improve. But ultimately, everyone wants positive feedback because it usually … Read more
Technical SEO is, well, technical. Okay, sure, that’s a bit obvious, right? What isn’t always obvious, especially to laypersons, is how to address technical SEO concerns and how to fix problems when they occur. If your site is struggling, but you aren’t exactly a virtuoso in the industry, hiring an expert to help you correct … Read more
Content is king, right? Yes, it is…but no two pieces of content are every quite the same, and few are created equally. The web is evolving and the best type of content for today’s modern marketing world is interactive. We know. We know. We’ve been telling you about creating great content for ages and now … Read more
Getting flooded with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) emails from every service you’ve ever signed up with? There’s a good reason you’re receiving all those notifications. Businesses all over the world had until May 25, 2018, to put GDPR relatulations into place for European Union (EU) customers and visitors. If you’re just hearing about this … Read more